Hey everyone,
Just wanted to share a bit of exciting news with the group. I’ve got the original molds for the 17ft Hourston Glascraft, and we’re planning to bring the boats back to life starting early in the new year.
These will stay true to the classic Hourston design – the deep-V hull, sleek lines, and solid West Coast look that made these boats legendary – but with some modern touches where it counts. The plan is to offer both composite and traditional layup options, keeping that proven ride quality while reducing maintenance and weight where possible.
For anyone curious about specs, the maximum recommended horsepower is 115 HP, which keeps it well-balanced for performance and safety. Perfect for everything from local salmon runs to lake days or cruising the Gulf Islands.
Pre-orders are opening soon
(We will NOT be building boats on spec. Only pre-order builds buyer direct)
— if you’ve always dreamed of owning a brand-new Hourston built from the original molds, now’s the time to reach out.
We’ll post updates as the first pre-ordered boats come out of the mold and share some behind-the-scenes build photos and details. It’s been a long time coming, but it’s exciting to see Hourston’s heritage getting another chapter.
If anyone has stories, photos, or history tied to the 17-footers, I’d love to see them — they’ve got such a deep legacy here on the coast.
– Ben
West-Bay Shipyards / Hourston Glascraft Revival Project
Just wanted to share a bit of exciting news with the group. I’ve got the original molds for the 17ft Hourston Glascraft, and we’re planning to bring the boats back to life starting early in the new year.
These will stay true to the classic Hourston design – the deep-V hull, sleek lines, and solid West Coast look that made these boats legendary – but with some modern touches where it counts. The plan is to offer both composite and traditional layup options, keeping that proven ride quality while reducing maintenance and weight where possible.
For anyone curious about specs, the maximum recommended horsepower is 115 HP, which keeps it well-balanced for performance and safety. Perfect for everything from local salmon runs to lake days or cruising the Gulf Islands.
Pre-orders are opening soon
(We will NOT be building boats on spec. Only pre-order builds buyer direct)
— if you’ve always dreamed of owning a brand-new Hourston built from the original molds, now’s the time to reach out.
We’ll post updates as the first pre-ordered boats come out of the mold and share some behind-the-scenes build photos and details. It’s been a long time coming, but it’s exciting to see Hourston’s heritage getting another chapter.
If anyone has stories, photos, or history tied to the 17-footers, I’d love to see them — they’ve got such a deep legacy here on the coast.
– Ben
West-Bay Shipyards / Hourston Glascraft Revival Project
